Blackpink, Hyukoh and Perfume Fans React to 2019 Coachella Lineup

Blackpink, Hyukoh and Perfume Fans React to 2019 Coachella Lineup

Coachella introduced its 2019 competition lineup on Wednesday (Jan. 2), and the Internet erupted in pleasure over the information that Okay-pop quartet BLACKPINK is ready to seem at this 12 months’s Coachella.

Other Asian acts, like South Korea’s alt rockers Hyukoh, traditionally-inspired avant-rock group Jambinai and Japan’s iconic electro-pop trio Perfume, additionally drew numerous consideration. The inclusion of Perfume and BLACKPINK marks a brand new stage for Coachella, as they're the first-ever J-pop and Okay-pop lady teams, respectively, to carry out on the occasion.

With the information, followers took to social media after the music competition made its announcement to share their delight and expectations.

Check out a few of the reactions to the information beneath, and take a look at the total lineup right here.

I've liked Okay-pop for the reason that 90s. I've pushed for it in my content material. I've had numerous chats with music insiders about its Western breakthrough, which has been occurring the previous few years. BLACKPINK taking part in Coachella is massively vital. The locals do not know what's coming. ---- pic.twitter.com/bod9uYr19m

#BLACKPINK make historical past as the primary feminine Okay-pop act to be on Coachella’s lineup! Alt rock band Hyukoh may also be performing this 12 months, so actually 2019 is beginning off on an awesome observe for Korean artists ------ https://t.co/lx3mqesMxs

Blackpink would be the first Okay-pop lady band to carry out at Coachella. Always nice to see any kind of Asian illustration in mainstream American artwork and tradition as it's so exceedingly uncommon. Let’s break extra stereotypes and preconceptions in 2019.